Course Description
Power Electronics is a fundamental field in electrical engineering that focuses on the conversion and control of electrical power. This course explores the principles, applications, and design of power electronic circuits and systems. It covers a wide range of topics, from basic concepts to advanced applications, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of power electronics.
Did you know? Power electronics is the technology behind efficient energy conversion in renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, and modern power supplies.
Topics Covered in this Course
- Introduction to Power Electronics: Overview, applications, and significance in modern technology
- Power Semiconductor Devices: Diodes, thyristors, MOSFETs, IGBTs, and their characteristics
- AC-DC Converters (Rectifiers): Single-phase and three-phase configurations
- DC-DC Converters: Buck, boost, buck-boost, and flyback converters
- DC-AC Converters (Inverters): PWM techniques and three-phase inverters
- Resonant Converters: Principles and applications
- Control Techniques: Feedback control, digital control methods
- Applications: Motor drives, power supplies, renewable energy systems
Scope and Objectives
Learning Objectives
- Understand fundamental principles of power electronics
- Analyze and design power electronic circuits
- Master different power semiconductor devices
- Gain practical experience through lab experiments
Career Applications
- Power systems engineering
- Renewable energy systems
- Electric vehicle technology
- Industrial automation
- Power supply design
Renowned Textbooks
| Title | Author(s) | Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Power Electronics: Converters, Applications, and Design | Ned Mohan, Tore M. Undeland, William P. Robbins | 3rd |
| Power Electronics: Essentials & Applications | L. Umanand | 1st |
| Power Electronics Handbook | Muhammad H. Rashid | 4th |
| Power Electronics: Circuits, Devices, and Applications | Muhammad H. Rashid | 5th |
| Power Electronics: Principles and Applications | Joseph Vithayathil | 1st |
Course Format
Video Lectures
Comprehensive video lectures covering each topic in detail
Solved Problems
Detailed solutions with accompanying lecture notes
Lab Experiments
Hands-on experiments to reinforce theoretical concepts
MATLAB Simulation
Practical simulations for better understanding
Assessment Methods
Continuous Assessment
- Weekly quizzes to test understanding
- Practical assignments with real-world problems
- Discussion forum participation
Final Evaluation
- Midterm examination (theory + problems)
- Final comprehensive examination
- Lab experiment reports and viva
- Final project demonstration
Prerequisites
Before starting this course, students should have:
- Basic Circuit Theory: Understanding of Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's Laws, network theorems
- Electronic Devices: Knowledge of diodes, transistors, and basic amplifier circuits
- Mathematics: Comfort with calculus, differential equations, and complex numbers
- Physics: Fundamentals of electromagnetism and semiconductor physics
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